Worried about the floods in Chiang Mai? In this essential June 2025 update, we take you on a journey from the Steel Bridge in Hang Dong to the heart of Chiang Mai city, including Warorot Market (Chinatown), to show you the current situation of the Ping River and address all your concerns about the rainy season.
Many of you have been asking if Chiang Mai is flooding again like last year, and we’re here to put your minds at ease. While the Ping River is high, we show you firsthand that the city itself is generally fine, especially for tourists staying in downtown areas like the Old City or near Loi Kroh. We compare the current water levels to the severe floods of last year, offering a clear perspective on what to expect.
We’ll also explore the new helmet fine in Chiang Mai, discuss the impact of the rain on local life, and show you some hidden gems around Warorot Market. Join us for a realistic look at Chiang Mai during the monsoon season, providing crucial information for anyone planning a holiday to Thailand.
In this video, you’ll see:
Live views of the Ping River from various locations (Steel Bridge, Warorot Market)
Updates on Chiang Mai’s rainy season and flood situation
Current conditions in Chiang Mai city vs. outer districts
A look at local life along the river
Information about the new helmet law in Chiang Mai
A walk through Warorot Market (Chinatown)
Tips for visiting Chiang Mai during the monsoon
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Hey Iโm from chiang mai and it might flood but my house flooded last year also so Iโm a bit nervous
Floods are probably inevitable again at some point. Let's just hope that everyone stays safe.
Cheers matey. Keep smiling ๐๐
Could you film new park near Chiangmai train station please? Thank you sir.
Thumbs up ๐ Wayne
Gave a thumbs up, always take it easy, man.
Hope you stay safe and well.โคโค
Where was it you saw that big a** snake last year in the park by the trash skid? Was that at that closed out park or something different? Didn't that come about because it was washed down the river? I only mention it because, aside from the obv heavy current, seems risky to be wading in that water under the bridge like that guy was. Heaven knows what'll come up and kiss your ankles.
Thanks a lot. Please keep us updated regularly. My Good sir
Last years was certainly the worst I've seen in my 19 years of living here. Around 2014 was bad and before that around 2004 when I was here on Hols.
But last year was way the worse for sure. I saw water on Loi Kroh about 20 metres from the moat…..Loi Kroh does rise a bit there at the last bit but still, another metre or so and that would be the whole old city gone as it's all flat from there.
I've never seen flooding this time of year before. Scary stuff for those folks in the zone.
In 2017 I don't remember heavy rains. Got around ok. But one time a Thai lady that I didn't know lent me a umbrella during a storm. I returned it later. Thais are nice.
Thank you for the info and for sharing. My wife and I are planning a 3-week trip to Thailand in November and then, will move to Chiang Mai on the outskirts early next year. We can hardly wait ! Very excited.
What can I do without your deep insights to Chiang Mai …. Thanks Wayne , hope to meet you one day in CNX .
Getting homesick after just few weeks away from CNX to Switzerland.
as soon as you got near the river i thought… i bet he don't mention how much it stinks of piss but fair play you did haha.
Hi.. i am planning to travel chiang mai on june 15th . As I travelling for the first time .. and hard some news about flooding.. can you please tell me is it safe to visit there now?
Also My main interest is to doing hikes in national parks like doi inthanon or doi suthup. Is it safe now to go there? Or national parks are open now?
Thanks, mate! Updates are super useful! In my case, while I'm definitely coming in November, am also hoping to pop over for a few weeks later this month. Depends on the timing of work and I'm also waiting on a substantial payment from the government. Dunno what it's like in the UK, but here in Australia, when you owe them money, they want it quick and bother you but when they owe you money they send an email saying 'we don't know when we'll pay it, don't phone or email us' ๐
Nice up-date Wayne! Keep your shoes dry!
Hopefully there won't be any serious flood in Thailand this year. Fingers crossed๐คI noticed how fruit prices are so cheap this year. Love it!
how much sunscreen do you use?
Thanks for the update Wayne ๐๐ผ๐
That for the update Wayne. Should be fine as we are getting good spells of sunshine. But something of concern as we all got a msg on our phones today.. earthquake alert of 4.5 in Mae pang area
Keep em coming ๐๐๐๐
How often does it rain during the day in changmai in june july pls?
Weatherman Wayne is on the job! Thanks for the update, mate! ๐
Been hot and sunny today Bangkok pissed down last night though it always waits until I go to the market ๐๐
The weather changes quickly but you can only show us how it is now , hopefully it stays away – Cheers Bobby D ๐โ๏ธ๐๐
The river floods last year arrived in October. That is the time to look for news. Chiang Mai is going to have rain every day but localised. Itโs okay to visit๐. It didnโt rain during the October floods. I appreciate your good work sir ๐
If I had a flood phobia, I wouldn't come the last 2 weeks of August, first 2 of September. 25 years coming here and that seems to be the sweet spot for flooding.
Doesn't look too bad – I will come look tomorrow – – helmets are a great idea, so good that passengers should wear them too…
Have fun. Everything great here in South Thailand. Vietnam next week.
NICE; been to that park, weir many times. Always on the look out for passing bikes while on that walkway. Already a massive flood where we are between Mae Wang and Nam Bo Luang. There's sure to be more.
Great video, Wayne! Thanks for filming in Waororot Market as that's MY neighborhood when I'm in my Second Home! The Ping IS a bit high but not too bad. Best wishes to you from Cape Cod! ๐
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